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MATSUOPRO Steel Grade Comparison
Filter by intended catalog tier to compare hardness, edge type, and resharpen interval side by side.
| Steel Grade | HRC | Size | Edge Type | Resharpen Interval | Best Fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 440C Stainless Steel | 56–59 | 6.0″ | Convex Edge | 3–4 months | Retail packs, training kits |
| ATS314 Japanese Cobalt Steel | 58–60 | 6.0″–6.5″ | Convex Edge | 5–8 months | Mid-tier salon brands, Hitachi-sourced story |
| VG10 Japanese Premium Steel | 60–62 | 6.0″–6.5″ | Convex Edge | 5–8 months | Core barber/fade line — matches named competitor spec |
| Multi-Layer Damascus Steel | 61–63 | 7.0″ | Convex Edge | 9–14 months | Flagship SKU, above $150 retail |
Spec source: MATSUOPRO factory production sheet (SKU series MP-SC-085 through MP-SC-112), cross-checked against independently published third-party hardness data for 440C and VG10 barber steel.
